Dishwashers can help save a person a lot of time but they need to be cleaned as well. This can be part of a domestic cleaning task. There are also some stain removal that has to take place to keep rust from building up on the dishwasher. A person does not have to call a cleaning company or a cleaning service to take care of the dishwasher. A person can clean their dishwasher him- or herself and avoid calling the cleaners. It’s a tedious job, but somebody has to do it, and sometimes it’s better to just put in an effort and not spend money on professionals. After all, it takes a little effort and not the amount you would put for the entire kitchen or even domestic cleaning.
The Door
The door can be wiped with warm, sudsy water to remove fingerprints. Harsh cleaners should not be used because they can take off the finish. Be sure to clean both the inside and outside of the door. Rubber seals should be cleaned as well. A household sponge can be used to remove any dirt or buildup. Use organic cleaners like baking soda or vinegar for good disinfecting – the less chemicals involved, the better.
The Tub
The main part of the dishwasher may be a little harder to clean. Any debris should be wiped up with paper towels. Once the debris is gone fill a cup with white vinegar and run the dishwasher on full cycle. There should be nothing in it but the cup of vinegar. Once the dishwasher has completed a full cycle wipe it out with the towels. Be thorough and don’t miss any spots – it is the difference between having clean dishes and taking out something with bad spots on it.
Accessories
Be sure to take out all the racks and wipe them down. If something is stuck on the racks it can be scrubbed off with a toothbrush and warm water.
Rust
To remove rust a stain fighting laundry detergent can be used. The detergent should be placed in the soap dispenser and the dishwasher should be allowed to run. Once the cycle is completed it can be wiped down.
These are some easy ways to clean a dishwasher. Dishwashers save a lot of time so a person needs to properly take care of them. Apply the proper cleaners and do a thorough job and you will be rewarded with a fine working machine that will make sure you always get the best quality dishes for your dinner. A clean dishwasher makes for better cleaning the dishes and the results will be immediately visible when you do try it.